What is the cheapest way to get from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle is to train via Kobe which costs ¥1800 - ¥2700 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle?

The fastest way to get from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs ¥2000 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between Arashiyama and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Arashiyama station to Himeji Castle station. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and arriving at Himeji Station via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Arashiyama and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle. However, there are services departing from Saga-Arashiyama and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Kyoto and Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Arashiyama and Himeji Castle is 138 km. The road distance is 120.3 km.

How do I travel from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arashiyama to Himeji Castle bus from?

Arashiyama to Himeji Castle bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

Where do I catch the Arashiyama to Himeji Castle train from?

Arashiyama to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Saga-Arashiyama station.

Train or bus from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle?

The best way to get from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Arashiyama to Himeji Castle bus arrive?

Arashiyama to Himeji Castle bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Arashiyama to Himeji Castle train arrive?

Arashiyama to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Arashiyama to Himeji Castle is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Arashiyama to Himeji Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Arashiyama to Himeji Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Saga-Arashiyama to Kyōtotrain Sagano Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Kyoto to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
2h 27m
Train via Kobe #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hankyuusaiin Eki to Ōsakatrain
2. Take the train from Osaka-Umeda to Nishidaitrain
3. Take the train from Nishidai(Hyogo) to Sanyohimejitrain
4h 28m
¥1,883–2,623
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Himeji Stationbus H
4h 5m
¥3,604–6,583
Drive 120.3 km
1. Drive from Arashiyama to Himeji Castlecar 120.3 km
1h 41m
¥2,088–3,015
Train via Kobe
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Sumatrain JR Kyoto Line
2. Take the train from Sanyosuma to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
3h 49m
¥2,104–3,183

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Distance: 137.8 km
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Arashiyama, Japan and Himeji Castle, Japan?

You can take a train from Saga-Arashiyama to Himeji Castle via Kyōto, Kyoto, Himeji, Tegara, and Sanyohimeji in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Saga-Arashiyama to Himeji Castle via Kyōto, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Himeji Station in around 4h 5m.

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